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FITNESS CENTER

RULES AND REGULATIONS

A. All persons using the Fitness Center must register in the Pro Shop (or the 19th Hole if the Pro Shop is closed) and sign the Waiver of Liability prior to entering the Fitness Center.

B. Persons may be refused admission at the discretion of Country Club staff. 

C. Any person 18 years of age or younger must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or someone 18 years of age or older who is authorized by a parent or legal guardian to supervise the minor while in the Fitness Center.

D. Guests are limited to one per member per visit.  A Guest must be accompanied by a Member who will sign the guest in and remain at the Fitness Center for the guest to use the equipment at no charge.

E. An exception to the above may be made only by contacting the Country Club staff for prior approval of the guest.  If this is approved and the Member is not present, a fee will be charged per guest.

F. Management reserves the right to permit persons other than members and their guests to use the Fitness Center and to charge a fee for such use.

G. Proper workout attire is required.  A shirt and shoes must be worn.

H. No glass containers or food is allowed within the Fitness Center.  Water bottles are permitted.

I. Use of the equipment is on a first come first served basis.

J. All exercise equipment shall be placed back in its original place prior to exiting the Fitness Center.

K. All persons are required to sanitize the exercise equipment after use.

L. No abusive or profane language or breach of the peace will be allowed.

M. Persons who appear to be under the influence of intoxicating beverages or substances are strictly prohibited on the premises.  Alcohol is not permitted.

N. The Country Club is a smoke free facility.

O. Fitness Center hours of operation are from the opening of the Pro Shop to the close of the 19th Hole.

COUNTRY CLUB

RULES AND REGULATIONS REVISED SEPTEMBER 2022

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CLUB HOUSE 

RULES AND REGULATIONS

A. All community group usage of the Clubhouse rooms must have previous approval from the 19th Hole/Events Manager. 

B. Management reserves the right to charge a cover charge for special entertainment or activities. Notice of such a charge must be posted in advance of any such entertainment or activity.

C. Reservation of the Clubhouse for personal events is subject to the current facilities reservation policy which is available in the POA Administrative Office or 19th Hole/Events Manager.

D. Management reserves the right to permit persons other than members and their guests to use the facilities and to charge a fee for such use.

COUNTRY CLUB

RULES AND REGULATIONS REVISED SEPTEMBER 2022

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TENNIS/PICKLEBALL COURTS

RULES AND REGULATIONS

A. Play may be limited by Country Club Staff to one hour when two or more matches are awaiting play.

B. Glass containers shall not be permitted within the fenced area.

C. Profanity, disorderly conduct and poor sportsmanship will not be tolerated. This is to include throwing of rackets/paddles and the hitting of balls out of the court area.

D. The jumping of nets is expressly prohibited.

E. No skateboards, bicycles, scooters or other recreational vehicles are allowed on the courts.

F. A Guest must be accompanied by a Member who will remain at the courts for the guest to play.

G. An exception to the above may be made only by contacting the Pro Shop for prior approval of the guest.  If this is approved and the Member is not present, a fee will be charged per guest.

H. Management reserves the right to permit persons other than members and their guests to play and to charge a fee for such use.

I. Court shoes and shirts are required. 

J. Beverages or food of any kind are not permitted on the actual playing surface. Chairs are prohibited inside the fenced court area to prevent damage to the playing surfaces.

K. Persons who appear to be under the influence of intoxicating beverages or substances are strictly prohibited on the premises. Alcohol is not permitted in the court area.

L. No pets are allowed inside the fenced court area.

M. The Country Club is a smoke free facility.  Smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas and parking lots only.

N. Parties of 10 or more (whether members or non-members) are considered a group function and a reservation form must be completed at the Pro Shop and approved by the Pro Shop/Facilities Manager.

COUNTRY CLUB

RULES AND REGULATIONS REVISED SEPTEMBER 2022

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SWIMMING POOL

GUESTS 

Any Member in good standing may invite a person or persons as his guest to use the swimming pool.  If a person is not a member of the Household of a Member, he is a guest.  A Tenant is a guest of the Owner from whom he/she rents.  Approved Tenants may receive the rights to use the facilities from the Member, who by giving written permission to the specific tenant loses their own rights for that specific property. Each Member will be responsible for the conduct and adherence to the rules of their guests and Tenants.

A Guest must be accompanied by a Member who will sign the guest in at the Pro Shop and remain at the pool for the guest to swim at no charge.

An exception to the above may be made only by contacting the Pro Shop for prior approval of the guest.  If this is approved and the Member is not present, a fee will be charged per guest per swim prior to pool entry.

Guests may not invite guests.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

The following rules and regulations are for the benefit and protection of all to assure safe and sanitary operation of the pool.

Your cooperation in abiding by these rules will afford pleasant relaxation and recreation for all concerned. Parents are requested to caution their children to observe all rules and regulations and to obey instructions of Country Club staff. Please note that the Country Club staff is in full charge of the facility and are responsible only to the Association.

A. All persons using the pool must register in the Pro Shop prior to swimming.

B. Persons may be refused admission to the bathhouse and pool at the discretion of the Country Club staff. 

C. All swimmers will wear approved swim wear. Children who are not completely toilet trained will wear waterproof swim training pants under their suits.

D. Persons who appear to be under the influence of intoxicating beverages or substances are strictly prohibited on the premises. Alcohol is not permitted in the pool area.

E. No pets are allowed within the bathhouse and pool areas.

F. No abusive or profane language or breach of the peace will be allowed.

G. Running in the pool or bathhouse areas is strictly prohibited.

H. Rough play and personal conduct endangering safety of self and others or causing undue disturbance on or about any part of the pool area is prohibited.

I. Swimming accessories, provided they are unbreakable, may be permitted in the pool except under crowded conditions. 

J. Children up to age 14, while in the pool or bathhouse area, must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.

K. No outside food, beverages, coolers, or glass containers are allowed in the pool area.

L. Swimming attire is not permitted in the Clubhouse without cover up.

M. The Country Club is a smoke free facility.  Smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas and parking lots only. 

N. Parties of 10 or more (whether members or non-members) are considered a group function and a reservation form must be completed at the Pro Shop and approved by the Pro Shop/ Facilities Manager.

O. Management reserves the right to permit persons other than members and their guests to use the facilities and to charge a fee for such use.

COUNTRY CLUB

RULES AND REGULATIONS REVISED SEPTEMBER 2022

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GOLF COURSE

RULES GOVERNING THE USE OF THE GOLF COURSE

The use of the Golf Course cart paths, practice fairways, and practice greens at Golf Course is restricted to members and their guests subject to the following:

GUESTS AND NON-MEMBERS

Guests and non-members may play the Golf Course provided:

A. All non-members and guests must register in the Pro Shop before teeing off.

B. Non-members and guests must pay the current green fee charges applicable at the time of use. These fees are posted in the Pro Shop. These fees may be revised by the Association at any time by written notice.

C. Guests and non-members are subject to all Country Club rules and regulations governing their play and use of the Country Club facilities.

D. Management reserves the right to permit guests of Management to play the course and to determine appropriate charges as approved by Association. 

GROUND RULES

A. On Saturday, Sundays, and holidays, all players are requested to play in foursomes. On these days a single player, twosome, or threesome shall have no more standing than a foursome and, as a general rule, are not permitted to play through because of faster play.

B. Slow play: If players fall one clear hole behind the players in front of them, they must invite the players behind them to play through.

C. Fivesomes: On Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and during tournaments, fivesomes are not allowed unless approved by course management. The Pro Shop staff may grant exceptions when the golf course is not crowded.

D. A single player has no special rights on the Golf Course.

E. Non-Member Tournaments: Golf tournaments in which non-members participate are not permitted without the approval of the course management. 

F. Each player must have their own bag and clubs.

G. All players must respect homeowner’s property, i.e., do not drive onto a homeowner’s property, do not enter a fenced area.

H. Carts shall not be driven beyond the out of bounds markers.

AVOIDING DAMAGE TO GREENS AND APPROACHES

1. If your ball lies on the green or the approach of a hole other than the one being played, it must be lifted and dropped to one side without penalty.

2. Players must not go on putting greens with their golf bags, pull carts or golf carts.

3. Obey all posted course signage.

RESERVATIONS 

Tee times are required for all play except for those pre-approved by Management. 

PLAYING THE COURSE 

Play should be from the first tee to the eighteenth green in regular order. With the approval of Pro Shop staff, a match may be started at some other point. 

GOLF CARTS

A. Only such low-pressure tire golf carts of a type approved by the management of Association will be allowed on the golf course. 

B. Privately-owned golf carts will be allowed on the Golf Course subject to the terms of the "Golf Cart Trail Plan" which is available in the Pro Shop. 

C. Private carts that are not on the Trail Plan must pay the current cart rental fee each and every time they use their carts on the course. 

D. Private golf carts must comply with all golf cart rules. 

E. Country Club leased golf carts are available on a rental basis.  

F. Minors shall not use or operate golf carts at any time on Country Club property unless they have a valid Texas driver’s license.

G. Two players may share the use of a golf cart and shall be equally responsible for its operation and for the fee. No more than two players shall ride at one time.

H. Rental fees will be charged for the use of golf carts on the Golf Course. Fees will be set by the Association. 

I. Golf Carts shall not be used on the course when, in the opinion of the Course Superintendent or Pro Shop staff, the condition of the course is such that their use might be harmful to the course. 

J. Carts should always be operated in conformity with good judgment for the preservation of the course and should follow all instructional or directional signs and cart paths wherever they are or may be installed.

K. Cart operators shall keep their place in order of play on the course. Faster play because of cart use does not provide the right to pass a walking group unless there is at least one clear hole ahead.

L. The Country Club shall carry proper insurance covering the use of its carts. The Country Club shall not be responsible for accidents, due to negligence, carelessness, or recklessness in the use of any carts. Damage to the Country Club-owned carts, when operated improperly, shall be charged to the operator of the cart. 

M. The number of rental carts used by a playing group should be one cart for a single player or twosome, two carts for a threesome or foursome and three carts for a fivesome, unless approved by course management.

N. These rules may be modified at any time by the Association.

PENALTIES 

Breach of the rules of etiquette, rules of the Golf Course, ground rules or golf cart rules shall be reported to the Pro Shop staff.  After investigation by Management, the violators will be subject to the actions stated below.

Members and Country Club Staff should report violations of the rules and regulations to the management.  Management shall report such violations to the Association. In the event that any member (or his guest or family members for whom he is responsible) should violate the Country Club rules, the following actions will be taken by Country Club staff or Management as meets the severity of the violation: verbal warning, written warning in accordance with the POA Complete Policy Manual, and/or temporary suspension of Country Club privileges and/or fines in accordance with the POA Complete Policy Manual.

RULES AND REGULATIONS REVISED SEPTEMBER 2022

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GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS

MEMBERSHIPS

Any Member of the Association shall be entitled to use of the Country Club facilities, provided however; that he/she is a Member in good standing and that their account is paid current (this shall include sums due in the form of General Maintenance Assessments, Recreational Assessments, Townhouse Maintenance Assessments, fees, fines, deductions, charges, and Special Assessments commensurate with property ownership).

The household of a Member may use all of the same Country Club facilities.  A household member is defined as a person in permanent legal residence in a Member’s home, excluding Tenants as defined in in this document.

Use of the recreational facilities, as provided for in executed use agreements as entered into by the Association, requires application for Country Club membership and approval of said application by the Association.

Memberships terminate with the sale of property.  Upon the sale of property, a membership transfer fee and a recorded warranty deed is required to change the membership on the Association’s record.  

Reference is made to the Bylaws of the Association wherein the Board is vested with the authority to adopt and amend rules and regulations which it, at any time, deems advisable or necessary.  The power to enforce withdrawal of membership privileges is vested in the Board, in the event that a Member is no longer in good standing.  Members, their household, and Tenants, whose privileges are suspended are not allowed to use any of the Common Areas as a guest.

GUESTS AND TENANTS

Any Member in good standing may invite a person or persons as his guest to use the Country Club facilities.  A Tenant is a guest of the Owner from whom he/she rents.  A Tenant is defined as the party(ies) to an Association approved lease as set forth in Article 7 of the POA Complete Policy Manual. The Member must be physically present in the Subdivision while their guest is using Country Club facilities, or the Member must request approval from management for use by the guest without the Member’s presence in the Subdivision and pay any required fee. In the case of Tenants, an approved leasing application must be on file in order for use of the facilities without the Owner present.  Approved Tenants may receive the rights to use the facilities from the Member, by giving written permission to the specific tenant with loss of their own rights for that specific property. Each Member will be responsible for the conduct and adherence to the rules of their guests and Tenants.

DAMAGES AND LIABILITY

Property of the Association may not be removed by any Member or guest at any time.  Members who are responsible for the removal or damage of Association property will be required to pay for its replacement.  

Members will be held responsible for the actions of their guests, Tenants, and their respective household members.

The Association is not responsible for any of the Members’ or guests’ personal belongings left on the Association’s premises for any reason.

GUEST AND NON-MEMBER FEES

Members will be held responsible for all fees, charges, or damages incurred by their guests.  

All guests/Tenants will be subject to any and all guest fees in effect as required by the Board.

Non-member use of the Golf Course and other facilities as applicable will be subject to all fees as set by the Board.

HOURS OF OPERATION

All facilities including the Golf Course are closed on all Mondays unless otherwise noted.

The Clubhouse hours of operation are subject to change for seasonal operation, special events, and the needs of the members. Hours will be posted in the Pro Shop and Association website (westwoodshorespoa.com). 

Tennis/Pickleball Courts are open during daylight hours. 

The Swimming Pool is opened as posted from April 1st to October 31st, weather permitting. 

Hours of operation may be changed at the discretion of the Association. 

HOLIDAYS

The Golf Course will be open on most holidays. The facilities are available on Memorial Day, July 4 and Labor Day. All Clubhouse facilities will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. 

Members in good standing and their guests may utilize the Golf Course on holidays, either walking or using their own carts with approved Trail Plan sticker, provided course condition is playable and all rules are followed.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE ON PREMISES

All consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be in compliance with the Rules and Regulations of the Texas Alcohol & Beverage Commission.

Members and guests are expected to conduct themselves at all times, with respect to alcohol consumption, as in all other manners, with due regard for the common good of the Country Club and the rights and feelings of other members, their guests, and families.

All events where food is served at the Country Club are required to use the food/beverage service of the 19th Hole.  A prior User Agreement, approved by the 19th Hole/Events Manager, may allow use of special food items to be brought in for the event.

SMOKE FREE FACILITY

The Country Club is a smoke free facility.  Smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas and parking lots only. 

DRESS

Swimming attire is not permitted in the Clubhouse without cover-ups. Bathhouses are provided for usage by members and their guests.

Proper golf attire is required on the golf course, putting green, and driving range. Only shirts with collars are allowed.  Collars are defined as lay down collars, mock collars, mandarin collars or blade collars.  No cut-offs, muscle shirts, tee-shirts or tank tops are allowed on the golf course.  No sleeveless shirts are allowed for men.  No athletic shorts (gym or mesh) or cut-off shorts are allowed. Only soft spike golf shoes or soft sole tennis shoes are allowed on the course.

The Country Club reserves the right to refuse service to those persons whom the staff deems to be inappropriately attired.

CONDUCTING BUSINESS

No article will be exposed for sale, subscription papers circulated, or advertisement displayed without permission of the Association.

PETS

Pets are not allowed in the Clubhouse or on the Golf Course at any time. 

VEHICLES AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Automobiles and motorcycles are permitted in the designated parking lots and drives only and are not permitted on facility grounds. (Exceptions may be made for approved events to allow vehicles to park on designated areas on the grounds.)  Golf cart parking is not permitted under the covered patio. 

Vehicles will not be allowed to park in the main driveways, except to receive or discharge passengers. Vehicles should be parked in the designated parking lots.

No skateboards, scooters, bicycles, ebikes, ATVs, diesel powered vehicles or other recreational items will be allowed on the Golf Course or Golf Course cart paths. 

The use of the golf course for walking, running or fishing is permitted only during non-golfing hours. 

VIOLATIONS 

Members and Country Club Staff should report violations of the rules and regulations to the management.  Management shall report such violations to the Association. In the event that any member (or his guest or family members for whom he is responsible) should violate the Country Club rules, the following steps will be taken by Country 

Club staff or Management:

1. Verbal warning

2. Written warning in accordance with the POA Complete Policy Manual

3. Temporary suspension of Country Club privileges and/or fines in accordance with the POA Complete Policy Manual

RULE CHANGES

The Association reserves the right to make amendments and changes to the rules and regulations as it deems necessary.

COMPLAINTS

Regardless of the good intentions of members and management, and the greatest effort to provide quality service to the membership, there will arise a need for suggestions or complaints from time to time. Please make these in writing to the Association. 

WESTWOOD SHORES COUNTRY CLUB

RULES AND REGULATIONS REVISED SEPTEMBER 2022

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Article 27

Westwood Shores Property Owners Association Facility Use Policy, in accord with POA Policies and Country Club Rules and Regulations, further defines use of Westwood Shores’ common property facilities and is designed to protect the privileges of the property owners.

Common Properties include all facilities of the Country Club (golf course, pool, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, club house) miniature golf course, marina, the inland lakes and park areas.

EXCERPT: WESTWOOD SHORES PROPERTY OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION COMPLETE POA POLICY MANUAL

SIXTH EDITION

[Adopted 11/25/2024]

Extracted directly from Documents and Governing Policies files

Article 1
Common Area Rules and Regulations

EXCERT: WESTWOOD SHORES PROPERTY OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION COMPLETE POA POLICY MANUAL

SIXTH EDITION

[Adopted 11/25/2024]